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MJ12 FGP

2012 BMW 316

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,383 mi
Last recorded85,383 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 31687,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 FGP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2024 85,383 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Dec 2024 85,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Dec 2023 81,187 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 81,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 77,371 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 70,371 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 11 May 2019 60,954 miles

cover fitted under vehicle

Pass 14 May 2018 52,101 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 May 2017 45,163 miles

cover fitted under car

Pass 13 Apr 2016 34,739 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 34,739 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2015 23,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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MJ12 FGP is a 2012 BMW 316 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,701 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ12 FGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MJ12 FGP registered?

MJ12 FGP is a 2012 BMW 316, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is MJ12 FGP safe to buy?

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